The popularity of electric SUVs is growing in India. A number of intriguing electric SUVs in a range of price points and segments have been introduced in recent months. Thanks in large part to the electric SUV Nexon EV, Tata Motors is still at the top of the EV game! There will likely be a lot more intriguing electric SUV releases in the months and years to come. This brings us to the Indian market’s impending mid-size electric SUVs.
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Maruti Suzuki eVX
Early in 2025, the Maruti Suzuki eVX is expected to launch, making its market debut in India by year’s end. Supported by a novel all-electric skateboard platform, Maruti’s inaugural electric vehicle has been observed undergoing testing in its almost ready-to-produce state. Right present, nothing is known about the feature array or interior details. We do know that, in comparison to the current Maruti Nexa models, the cabin will appear and feel more upscale. A sizable touchscreen, a digital instrument panel, dual-zone climate control, and other features might be on the list. It might even have an ADAS suite included.
Tata Harrier EV
The much awaited Harrier EV will go on sale in 2025 from Tata Motors. This electric SUV, which is based on the Acti.EV platform, will be the new electric flagship model from the firm. Although it still has distinctive EV-specific elements, the EV will have many design cues in common with the ICE Harrier. Anticipate features including a redesigned bumper, full-width light bars, an enclosed EV grille, and aero-disc-style wheels fitted with low-resistance EV tires.
There are currently few details available about the interior design. On the other hand, reports indicate that it might include a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, gesture-enabled tailgate, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated and powered front seats, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and wireless CarPlay and Android Auto.The EV’s safety features include electronic stability control (ESC), a 360-degree camera with a blind-view monitor, and up to seven airbags. Moreover, automated emergency braking and adaptive cruise control (ADAS) may be present.
Hyundai Creta EV
Hyundai is developing an all-electric version of their well-liked SUV, the Creta. The EV will not be built on a skateboard, but rather an electrified version of the modified K2 platform that powers the current generation Creta. It is expected to be equipped with a 45 kWh battery pack from LG, and the electric motors will come from the second-generation Kona EV that is sold abroad. The system could generate 255 Nm and 140 PS. Up to 250 kilometers should get you through a charge. Official confirmation of these is still pending.
The Creta EV will take many design cues from its ICE sibling. The Creta EV will take a lot of design cues from its ICE sibling. Hyundai has been thoroughly testing the EV lately. Similar headlamps and outlines are expected, according to spy photos. But the cabin will have some important differences. It will come with more high-end trims and materials, a revised layout, and the EV-spec dotted steering wheel from the manufacturer. Recently, numerous spy photos had revealed a great deal of information.
Mahindra XUV700 EV (e8)
The XUV 700 EV, or e8 as it may be known at launch, is a member of Mahindra’s impending electric vehicle offensive. It will be built on the INGLO skateboard platform from the automaker. Several design cues and panels from the ICE model will be included into the manufacturing form. Anticipate to see recognizable roofline, doors, and bonnet designs.
But a new front fascia will be present in the manufacturing model. Its design elements will include a sealed-off grille, a full-width LED light bar, triangle headlight housings, and more imposing illumination. The back design might resemble the ICE version’s. The XUV 700 EV is expected to include an 80 kWh battery pack and may potentially be available in a dual-motor AWD variant. Power outputs might be between 230 and 350 horsepower. If the current talks are successful, there’s also a chance that this electric SUV will use Volkswagen technology and batteries.
Skoda Elroq
In 2025, Skoda is expected to introduce the recently unveiled Elroq SUV to the Indian market. The electric SUV has already gone on sale in Europe and features Volkswagen Group’s MEB Platform as its backbone. Nowadays, a lot of VW and Skoda global EV cars employ this architecture. The worldwide Elroq is available with three different battery packs: 55 kWh (370+ km range), 63 kWh (400+ km range), and 85 kWh (560+ km range). Which of these will be available on the Indian specification is still up in the air.
The Elroq is a stylish EV with its Teck-deck Face and “four-eyes” LED DRLs. Its rear design is similar to that of the Kodiaq and Enyaq IV, and it rides on 20-inch wheels.
